Musical Kinder (3- 5 years old) - Two levels - Designed to introduce your child to rhythm and movement through music, helping develop muscle coordination.

Pre Ballet I - II (6 – 8 year old) - An introduction to ballet beginning with placement of body and progressing through basic steps, developing movement quality and musicality and preparing the child for the excitement and discipline of the art of Ballet.

Ballet I - II & III - Classes emphasize on correct placement, coordination and control; students learn vocabulary of classical ballet and are placed in the proper level for maximum progress. It is mandatory to take a minimum of two classes a week.

Ballet Preparatory - (By audition only) – Two levels - These classes are designed to work on control of the body to develop the correct technique for the future. Introduction to the Vaganova method, high discipline and a strong work out of the muscles is emphasized.

Ballet Intermediate - (By audition only) – Two levels - Ballet technique for students who have developed special abilities and conditions and have the commitment to work their best. Girls must take extra classes to be initiated in Pointe. Students from this level may be asked to participate in the Company performances as trainees.

Ballet Advanced - (By audition only) Vladimir Issaev trains advanced and professional dancers in the Vaganova Method. Classes are designed to prepare the serious student to dance complete classical ballets. Training includes Pointe Classes, Adagios, Variations, Pas de Deux and Men’s Technique.

Pointe - An extension of ballet technique, which covers all aspects of pointe (toe) work

Jazz – (Only for young students) Introduces the student to the contemporary "show style" and to extend the classical vocabulary.

Tap - (Only for young students) Develops style and is excellent for rhythm, timing and sharpness of footwork .

Flamenco – Flamenco dancing is an incredibly emotive dance style, with the dancer always striving to express his or her emotions through movement. Sharp movements and facial expressions play a greater role in flamenco dancing than in many other style of dance, reflecting this desire to convey the deepest feelings one is experiencing. While flamenco dancing, the dancer may clap their hands, kick their feet, snap castanets (small handheld percussive instruments), or jerk their body abruptly to demonstrate the desired emotion. At the same time, losing control is never an option in flamenco dancing, and this passionate display is always tempered by sustaining the highest levels of grace and precision in movements.

Beginning Flamenco for Children
Students will encompass the basic technique of foot and arm work and begin to work within the "compás" (rhythmic structure). The students will work with "palmas" (handclapping) as an accompaniment to certain flamenco "palos" (songs or dances). Students will also begin to learn the first of the "Sevillanas", a very popular dance from Sevilla.

Beginner Flamenco for Teens & Adults
This class is an introduction to flamenco that encompasses basic arm positions, turns and the fundamentals of footwork. Students will be introduced to the various palos (song types) by exploring the intricacies of flamenco rhythms and learning short choreographies. Students will also begin to learn the first of the “Sevillanas”, a very popular dance from Sevilla.

Advanced Beginner Flamenco
Students will continue their technical study of foot and arm work combining them to work within the "compás". More complex combinations and short choreographies will be taught. Students will also begin to provide rhythmic support for each other through "palmas". They will continue to learn the Sevillanas.

Intermediate Flamenco Students will continue to perfect their technique through more advanced footwork exercises that will work to express the strength and rhythmic complexity of the "zapateado" (heel work) while keeping upper body movements fluid and connected. There will be an emphasis on understanding the flamenco structure through the teaching of longer choreographies and combinations.

Students are evaluated at least twice a year. They might be placed in a different level depending on their progress, conduct, attendance and punctuality, as well as their commitment spirit.

Student placement is at the sole discretion of the Artistic Director. A personal meeting with the parent and the student will be scheduled to discuss any disagreement.

Aventura Dance Academy does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic background or religion.

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